You know, there’s a lot to love about winter, especially if you enjoy outdoor winter sports and activities. There’s also a lot to, well, not love! Especially during this time of year the season begins to drag, and every snow storm is just one too many.
Thanks to the frigid weather we have been “enjoying,” a host of home-related issues can pop up that make a little extra shoveling and snow-blowing feel like a walk in the park. Not the least of these is the disaster that strikes fear into the heart of every homeowner: frozen and bursting pipes!
What Causes Pipes to Burst?
In this instance, science works against us! When the environment around your pipes grows cold enough, the water inside those pipes will freeze, expanding as it does. This can cause splits along either the length of the pipe or right around the elbows and joints. When the air temperature rises and and the ice begins to melt, you may find yourself with a deluge on your hands, coursing its way through walls, floors, and ceilings in some cases.
Water Damage Repairs
Water may seem harmless enough in and of itself, but when it saturates your home’s building materials, and particularly your drywall, it can cause major problems. These include:
- Ruined property
- Unsightly stains and water rings
- Mold and mildew
The heavy-hitter among these issues is, of course, mold. It’s an insidious problem, never fixing itself (as nice as it would be if it did!) but only growing, spreading, and causing potential for health issues as it does.
The key is to contact a home professional who can repair this kind of water damage right away. Here at Cherry Hill Painting, we can do just that! Our services include:
- Water removal – We can get rid of the residual water in your home
- Removing damaged items
- Drying wet materials – Sometimes more can be saved than you might think!
- Repair – Beyond simply helping to dry your property and stop the water damage, we can actually repair and restore your home as needed
Do You Need a Home Remodeling and Repair Professional?
If so, why not reach out to us at Cherry Hill Painting? Our goal is to make a stressful situation less stressful by providing prompt, high-quality, professional services. Please don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions you might have!